Nouvelle Histoire De La Vie Des Saints Collection

Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran, King of Orleans, with crown and sword
6339048 Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran, King of Orleans, with crown and sword by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, Saint Contran)

Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border
6339045 Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus, within a decorative border by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Joseph with the infant Jesus)

Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers
6339038 Portrait of Saint Matthew the Apostle with halo and scroll, within decorative border of vases, flowers, foliage and gilt by Desportes

Portrait of Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, with halo, in Crusader robes
6339032 Portrait of Saint John of Matha, founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, with halo, in Crusader robes, holding shackles of freed Christians by Desportes

Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage
6339028 Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria, Patriarch of Alexandria, with halo and robe, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Cyril of Alexandria)

Portrait of St. Genevieve
6339017 Portrait of St. Genevieve by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of St. Genevieve, patron saint of Paris, 422-521, with halo)

Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border
6339042 Portrait of Saint Gregory, Pope Gregory I, with triregnum or triple crown, and Papal ferula, within a decorative border by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo
6339030 Portrait of Saint Agatha of Sicily, martyr and virgin, with Bible, palm frond and halo, within decorative border of foliage by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt
6339040 Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas, with halo, quill pen and Bible, in a decorative border of foliage and gilt by Desportes, Jules (19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Thomas Aquinas)

Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull
6339035 Portrait of Saint Martinian, hermit of Caesarea in Palestine, with halo, reading Bible leaning against a human skull, within decorative border of curtains and foliage by Desportes

Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border
6339025 Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr, with halo and palm frond within decorative border by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Agnes of Rome, virgin martyr)

Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls
6339023 Portrait of Saint Anthony, Antony the Great, with Bible and human skull in a decorative border of foliage and pearls by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Anthony)

Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage
6339020 Portrait of Saint Hilary, Bishop of Poitiers, with mitre and crook, within decorative border of foliage by Jacquet (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Portrait of Saint Hilary)

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"Nouvelle Histoire de la Vie des Saints" is a captivating collection of portraits that depict the lives and devotion of various saints. Each portrait tells a unique story, capturing the essence of these holy figures. In the Portrait of Saint Guntramnus, we see a regal figure adorned with a crown and sword. This depiction showcases his noble stature as King of Orleans, while also highlighting his unwavering faith. Saint Joseph takes center stage in another portrait, cradling the infant Jesus within a beautiful decorative border. The tenderness and love radiating from this image symbolize Joseph's role as protector and guardian of the Holy Family. Saint Matthew the Apostle is portrayed with an illuminated halo and scroll in hand, surrounded by intricate vases, flowers, foliage, and gilt. This ornate composition reflects his important role as one of Christ's chosen disciples. The founder of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity, Saint John of Matha appears in Crusader robes holding shackles that represent his mission to free Christians from captivity. His halo signifies divine guidance throughout this noble endeavor. Cyril of Alexandria is depicted wearing a robe with an illuminating halo above him. The surrounding decorative border features intricate foliage motifs that emphasize his influential position as Patriarch of Alexandria. St. Genevieve's portrait captures her serene presence amidst turbulent times. Her unwavering faith shines through her gentle expression—a reminder to all believers to remain steadfast during adversity. Pope Gregory I graces us with his presence in regal attire adorned with a triregnum or triple crown along with Papal ferula—a symbolization for spiritual authority over Christendom—within an intricately designed decorative border showcasing foliage patterns. Saint Agatha stands tall in martyrdom; she holds both Bible and palm frond—an emblematic representation for her sacrifice—and encircled by delicate foliage motifs within its frame—a testament to her purity even in the face of persecution.